The Boroughs
Channel: Netflix South Africa
TX Time: 10h00 (all episodes)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Horror
In a seemingly perfect retirement community, a crew of unlikely heroes must stop an otherworldly threat from stealing the one thing they don't have: time.
A grieving newcomer's monstrous encounter inspires him to join a misfit crew of unlikely heroes who uncover a dark secret that proves their "golden years" are more dangerous, and they are more formidable, than anyone expects.
In the sun-drenched expanse of the New Mexico desert lies The Boroughs, a picturesque retirement community promising its residents the time of their lives.
But for new arrival Sam Cooper, paradise feels more like a prison.
Everything changes when a terrifying nighttime encounter reveals that something monstrous is stalking the manicured cul-de-sacs.
Dismissed by the powers that be as just another confused old man, Sam finds unlikely allies in a band of neighbourhood misfits: a sharp-witted former journalist, a spiritual seeker, a cynical music manager and a brilliant doctor running out of options.
Overlooked and underestimated, these unlikely heroes must band together to unravel the dark truth at the heart of The Boroughs before their time runs out.
The series is produced by The Duffer Brothers, who made the series Stranger Things.
Life with Londie London
Channel: Mzansi Magic (DStv 161)
TX Time: 20h00
Genre: Docu-Reality
A fly-on-the-wall reality series that follows Londie London as she rebuilds and reclaims her space in both her personal and professional life.
Best known for her time on The Real Housewives of Durban, she steps into a new chapter that feels more grounded, intentional and deeply personal.
The series unpacks her world as a mother, daughter, singer and businesswoman.
It also introduces the people who support her behind the scenes and help her stay sane through life's pressures.
The show does not shy away from the noise and rumours, as Londie faces the headlines head on and takes control of her own story.
This is a look at a woman finding herself again and building something stronger for herself and her family.
In the series premiere: We meet Londie as she opens up about her life, her children, and raising a child with special needs.
Trying to balance it all becomes difficult when a tyre puncture disrupts her day. Will she make it on time?
Engineering by Catastrophe
Channel: National Geographic Channel (DStv 181 / StarSat 220)
TX Time: 19h40
Genre: Documentary Series, Technology
Engineering by Catastrophe follows the construction of some of the world's latest and most failsafe structures.
These are the buildings, dams, stadiums, container ships or bridges that incorporate the very latest in engineering science to overcome previous disasters.
From spacecraft and skyscrapers to tunnels and flood barriers, each episode unpacks the engineering innovations behind modern marvels - and the catastrophic failures that inspired them.
As each safety feature is built into the structure, the series relives the historical disasters that we learned from to make each safer – including the floods, fires, tornadoes and bombs that have taught engineers how to build better.
In the series premiere, "Above and Beyond": Sending humans into space is perilous.
Astronauts endure powerful launches, brutal reentry forces and an environment where small errors cause catastrophe.
To prepare Orion for deep space, NASA studies past disasters to shape safer suits, escape systems and materials.
Silent Witness 25
Channel: S3
TX Time: 20h30
Genre: Drama, Mystery, Police Procedural
Dr Nikki Alexander (Emilia Fox) and Jack Hodgson (David Caves) return to the Lyell Centre to investigate five exciting and distinctive cases told across ten episodes.
In the Season 25 premiere, "History, Part 1": In Liverpool, following the launch of Sam Ryan's new company, the health secretary is assassinated.
Sam summons the Lyell team with a plea to help investigate, but Nikki is unsure whether she can trust Sam, who seems to know more than she's revealing.
Meanwhile, Jack and Nikki navigate their feelings for each other.
The Valley 3
Channel: M-Net (DStv 101)
TX Time: 22h10
Genre: Docu-Reality
The Valley crew is ready to reset the vibe as they navigate major life changes from babies and breakups to bold new beginnings, but the drama is never far behind.
When questionable behaviour and unresolved tensions arise, it threatens to permanently pull this friend group apart.
The Season 3 cast includes Danny Booko and Nia Sanchez Booko, Luke Broderick and Kristen Doute, Jason and Janet Caperna, Brittany Cartwright, Jasmine Goode, Jesse Lally, Michelle Saniei and Zack Wickham.
Vanderpump Rules alums Lala Kent and Tom Schwartz shake things up when they join the mix full-time.
Returning as friends are Jasmine's fiancé, Melissa Carelli, and Zack's boyfriend, Benji Quach.
Additionally, Jesse's girlfriend, Lacy Nicole, joins the cast.
Now parents to "four under 4," Danny and Nia have their hands more than full as they try to navigate family life, social life and a move to distant Santa Clarita.
When the stress adds up, their friends notice a different side to Danny, putting Nia back on the defence to keep up their picture-perfect marriage.
Kristen and Luke have welcomed baby Kaia to their family.
As Kristen adjusts to the physical and routine changes of motherhood, their relationship takes a backseat as they struggle to maintain social commitments and a romantic connection, putting their engagement in question.
Their steadfast allegiance to Danny and Nia leaves some in the group confused by their unwavering loyalty.
Following last season's drama, Janet looks to mend her fractured friendships and rebuild trust within the group.
Hoping to expand their family, Janet and Jason start their fertility journey, but when Jason suffers a major injury, Janet is left having to take care of baby Cameron and Jason, all while trying to rebuild her relationships within the friend group all on her own.
Brittany is still working on getting her sparkle back by thriving as a single mom to Cruz and taking a step toward a new exciting romantic relationship.
When she starts dating her old Kentucky flame, Brandon, her friends wonder if she is diving too fast into another relationship and question his motives.
As she waits for her divorce to be finalised, she gets a full mommy makeover to reclaim her body and confidence.
When the feud between Kristen, Nia and Janet resurfaces, she finds herself back in the crossfire of their drama.
Joining their friends over the hill and in the valley, newly engaged Jasmine and Melissa move into their new home in Sherman Oaks and dive into wedding planning.
As Jasmine finds herself navigating the group dynamics, she must decide who she wants to include in their special day.
Jasmine and Zack's close bond takes a detour when she questions his loyalty and lack of support.
Jesse is all-in with his girlfriend Lacy, a socialite from Orange County, and is thrilled to finally have her be a part of the friend group.
While Jesse and Michelle make co-parenting Isabella a top priority, he still struggles to find closure and move forward with their divorce.
When Michelle and Lacy butt heads, he finds himself squarely at the centre of the drama.
Now in a new chapter in her life, Lala's main priority is raising her daughters Ocean and Sosa, all while inching closer to her seven-year sober anniversary.
She forms a close friendship with Michelle and Tom as they bond over being the single ones in the group, and opens up about her mental health and anxiety.
Never afraid to speak her truth, she is quick to call out someone in the group when they act out of turn.
Michelle, now fully embracing her new single life and finally focusing on herself, is starting fresh in a new home.
She's more than ready to let her hair down and let go of her past, but her looming divorce and the constant presence of Jesse and Lacy around her friends weigh on her.
Following the first anniversary of her mom's passing, Michelle works through her grief and forms a close bond with Lala and an unexpected friendship with Tom Schwartz.
After a few tumultuous years, Tom is eager to settle down and find his forever person, even testing the waters within the friend group.
When a promising romantic interest comes into play, his friends question the validity of the relationship and his dating choices, creating friction for him in the group.
Ready to navigate their future together, Zack and Benji move into his West Hollywood apartment, but after changes to visa laws, they have to decide what they are willing to do to make their relationship work.
Benji reveals a non-negotiable to have kids, which has Zack questioning if he ever wants to be a dad.
In the Season 3 premiere, "You Can't Sip with Us": It may be the end of summer but things are heating up in the Valley.
Danny and Nia juggle four under four, while Kristen and Luke don't see eye-to-eye as they transition to first-time parenthood.
Brittany tries to get her sparkle back in a new relationship, but Zack worries they're moving too fast.
When Kristen and Nia cohost a Sip and See event, Michelle becomes anxious when Jesse's girlfriend Lacy surprisingly shows up.